Jammu, Jan 24: Director of Sericulture J&K Aijaz Ahmed Bhat Friday embarked on a comprehensive tour of the Jammu division to evaluate developmental works, enhance inter-state collaboration, and promote the growth of the silk industry. The visit emphasised infrastructure upgrades, mulberry plantation preparations, and empowering silkworm rearers and farmers.
During his visit to the Sericulture Office in Ramban, Bhat inaugurated the distribution of mulberry plants to silkworm rearers and farmers at the Ramban Mulberry nursery. He underscored the importance of maintaining the quality of mulberry saplings and ensuring their timely distribution to optimise productivity, reflecting the department’s commitment to bolstering the local sericulture sector.
While inspecting developmental projects in Ramban, Bhat held detailed discussions with the District Sericulture Officer and other departmental staff. He issued on-the-spot directives to achieve targets under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP) and other schemes. Stressing the need for innovation and dedication, he urged the department to prioritise doubling cocoon production and enhancing farmer engagement.
In a move to foster inter-state cooperation, J&K facilitated the supply of 30,000 high-quality S146 mulberry saplings to the Himachal Pradesh Sericulture Department. This initiative not only strengthens sericulture across India but also highlights J&K’s role as a leader in providing premium resources for the nation’s silk industry. In celebration of Republic Day, the Directorate of Sericulture Development Department has adorned its offices in Srinagar, Jammu, and other districts with tricolour lights. On January 26, the National Flag will be ceremoniously unfurled at the Directorate offices in Srinagar and Jammu, symbolising the department’s dedication to nation-building and community service.
